Steven Kreis, PhD
The History Guide: Declaration of the Rights of Man
French democracy is founded upon its Bill of Rights, or its "Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen." It provides for natural liberties thereas usurping the role of the King. The seventeen articles are included here.
BBC
Bbc: History: The Myth of Henry V
Henry V is seen as one of England's finest kings, thanks to Shakespeare's play of the same name. However, in this revisionist historian's article, the reality is very different from the legend. Archived.
BBC
Bbc History: British History: Middle Ages: The Character and Legacy of Henry Ii
A summary of Henry II's reign in England focuses on how his ruling style and key concerns were dictated by his character. Of particular interest is his relationship with members of his family, which determined the course of British...
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Suffolk County Community College: French Absolutism
This article describes the nature of French Absolutism and gives some historical background to the practice of absolutism in 18th century France.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Modern History Sourcebook: The French Constitution of 1830
Louis Philippe, King of the France asserts his power in The French Constitution of 1830 showing many conservative policies. Site by Fordham University.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: America's Place in the Global Struggle
Read about how a fight for global domination between France and England resulted in the Seven Years' War, including the French and Indian War. See how the wars brought about great debts and strange alliances.
Siteseen
Siteseen: Land of the Brave: Royal Proclamation of 1763
Read the complete text of the Royal Proclamation of 1763 issued by King George III following the British victory over France in the French and Indian Wars.
Curated OER
Web Gallery of Art: Portrait of King Charles Ix of France
An image of "Portrait of King Charles IX of France", created by Francois Clouet in 1561 (Oil on wood, 25 x 21 cm).
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Militiaman in New France, Ca. 1700
Two maps of English and French rivalries in North America, and two side-by-side accounts of the English and French perspectives on King William's war over power, trade, and economic dominance of the continent.
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Metacom (King Philip)
Five documents representing the full range of Indian-European antagonisms, struggles for power, and outright warfare among the Spanish, Pueblo, Wampanoag, English, and French in New Spain, New France, New Mexico, and New England.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Trans Atlantic Crisis: The French Revolution
A look at the French Revolution and how it was interpreted by members of the ruling members in the new United States. What occurred in France tempered the way politic opposites viewed each other in America.
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Imagining the Past in France, 1250 1500: Illuminated Manuscript
Cropped illustration, from a medieval French manuscript, of members of the court and clergy.
Steven Kreis, PhD
The History Guide: The Trial and Execution of Louis Xvi
This site examines the trial and execution of King Louis XVI of France during the French Revolution through three primary source documents.
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Public Establishment of the Museum: Welcome to the Palace of Versailles
Take a fascinating tour of the Palace of Versailles and learn much about French history, art, architecture and culture from the time of the Sun King, Louis XIV, to the French Revolution. Included are beautiful photos of this...
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Henry Vi of England
Henry was the only child and heir of King Henry V of England and therefore great things were expected of him from birth. He was born on 6 December 1421 at Windsor, and succeeded to the throne at the age of eight months on 31 August 1422,...
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Louis Philippe
King of France from 1830 to 1848. He was the last king to rule France.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Louis Xvi
Louis XVI (23 August 1754 - 21 January 1793), Louis-Auguste de France, ruled as King of France and Navarre from 1774 until 1791, and then as King of the French from 1791 to 1792. He was married to Marie Antoinette.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Isabel of Aragon
(1271-1336) Queen of France married to Philip III King of France
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Louis Xiv
King of France and King of Navarre from May 14, 1643 until his death. He inherited the Crown at the age of four, but he did not actually assume personal control of the government until the death of his chief minister, Jules Cardinal...
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Henry Iv
(1553-1610) King of France.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Jacques Cartier
Jacques Cartier, voyager of St. Malo, coasted along the north of Newfoundland in 1534 and passed through the Straits of Belle Ilse into the water now known as St. Lawrence Gulf, and into the mouth of the St. Lawrence River. Erecting a...
Online Reference Book for Medieval Studies
Orb: The Second Crusade, Rome 1145
A thorough chronology of the Second Crusade, from inception to defeat.
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The Bust of Louis Xiv on Medal.
The bust of Louis XIV on a silver commemorative medal, date unknown.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Introduction to Ancient Rome
From a Republic to an Empire. In legend Rome was founded in 753 B.C.E. by Romulus, its first king. In 509 B.C.E. Rome became a republic ruled by the Senate (wealthy landowners and elders) and the Roman people. During the 450 years of the...